Monday, May 19, 2008

38+ Week Appointment

Things today at my doctor's appointment went well. My weight and blood pressure were perfect. BGG's heartbeat was great at 138 beats per minute. My doctor asked if I was interested in having my cervix checked for dilation or my membranes stripped. I said no and he was perfectly respectful of my wishes. He does want me to come in next wednesday though and at that time, I will let them check for dilation and strip my membranes. That will put me at 39 1/2 weeks and I'll feel more comfortable with the possibility of labor at that point.

My Group B Strep test came back negative, which is great. That means I won't have to have antibiotics administered during labor which is one less thing to worry about.

Things got a bit sad when my doctor and I said goodbye. He is one of the newer doctors at the hospital and said I was one of his first regular patients. I'll miss him -- he was fantastic! He gave me a hug and wished me well. He said he'll be back in time for my post-partum check up and for BGG's 2 week check up, so I'll get to see him then.

Please everyone keep your fingers crossed that BGG stays in at least another week or so at least!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Awwwww you're about ready to pop! That's so great - you must be getting so excited. By 38 weeks MJ had to come out (my BP and gestational diabetes were getting out of control) so I was induced. I'm a little jealous that you get to experience it (God Willing) the "old fashioned way." ;o) Hang in there!!

--Colleen